Tag: India & Indian Culture
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January 4, 2019
A Summer Evening on the Banks of Ganga
A sunset walk along the banks of Mother Ganga becomes a meditation on life, death, devotion, and the sacred rhythm of existence. Through vivid scenes from Rishikesh, Sadhviji reflects on a culture where joy and sorrow, celebration and loss, flow together as naturally as the river itself.
November 30, 2018
Thanksgiving-An Opportunity to Give Life, Not Only Thanks
Using Thanksgiving as a lens, Sadhviji reflects on gratitude, compassion, and the choices we make each day. She challenges us to align our celebrations with our deepest values, asking whether true thankfulness should also honor all life.
March 1, 2015
Who is a Hindu?
What does it really mean to be a Hindu? Explore the timeless principles of Sanatan Dharma—from inclusivity and nonviolence to service, oneness, and seeing the Divine in all life.
May 4, 2013
The Call of the Sacred Snan – Kumbha Mela
Why do tens of millions journey to the Kumbh Mela? An exploration of faith, the sacred waters of Mother Ganga, and the profound spiritual transformation that draws pilgrims from around the world.
October 7, 2011
Rosh Hashanah
A childhood memory of Rosh Hashanah becomes a reflection on spiritual identity, the enduring power of faith, and the universal truths that unite the world’s religions.
September 1, 2011
A summer evening on the banks of Ganga in Rishikesh
An evening walk along the banks of Mother Ganga becomes a meditation on life, death, devotion, and the profound wisdom of embracing the whole of existence.
September 1, 2011
Healing in Spiritual India
Can love, purpose, and spiritual community heal childhood trauma? The remarkable story of two orphaned boys challenges conventional psychology and offers a different vision of healing.
September 1, 2011
Happiness – Where Does it Come From?
A chance encounter with a joyful child living in poverty becomes a profound exploration of what science and spirituality reveal about the true sources of happiness, gratitude, and a meaningful life.
September 1, 2011
Mind Control and Cults: A Possible and Tragic Error in Logic
Can deep spiritual transformation be mistaken for mind control? A psychologist’s reflection on cults, authentic teachers, and the crucial difference between manipulation and awakening.
September 1, 2011
Uttarakhand as a Hotspot for Yoga and Ayurveda
Why are thousands of people traveling to Rishikesh in search of yoga? A reflection on the deeper meaning of health, wholeness, and the spiritual transformation found in the Himalayas.